Dantiwas - Bhinmal, Jalore
Dantiwas is a village situated in the Bhinmal tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhinmal and around 95 km from Jalor. Dantiwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantiwas is 089427. The village covers a total geographical area of 3975.22 hectares and falls under the 343029 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dantiwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhinmal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dantiwas
As per Census 2011, Dantiwas village has a total population of 8,521 people, consisting of 4,394 males and 4,127 females. The village has 1,351 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,679 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,529 literate and 4,992 illiterate residents. Additionally, 529 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,057 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantiwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,521 | 4,394 | 4,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,679 | 889 | 790 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 529 | 278 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,057 | 1,606 | 1,451 |
| Literate Population | 3,529 | 2,327 | 1,202 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,992 | 2,067 | 2,925 |
Nearby Villages of Dantiwas
Dantiwas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Viyo Ka Golia | North | 3.69 km |
| Punasa | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Vanu Ki Dhani | West | 4.22 km |
| Nohra | South-East | 4.84 km |
| Phagotra | North-West | 6.31 km |
| Samrani | South | 6.84 km |
| Nimbawas | East | 6.95 km |
| Narayan Nagar | South | 6.96 km |
| Vishnu Nagar | North-West | 7.12 km |
| Sariyana | West | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dantiwas
Dantiwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marwar Bhinmal, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhinmal to Dantiwas is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Dantiwas is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dantiwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantiwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dantiwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantiwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dantiwas
Where is Dantiwas located?
Dantiwas village is located in Bhinmal Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantiwas?
Dantiwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dantiwas?
The pincode of Dantiwas is 343029.
What is the population of Dantiwas?
Dantiwas has a total population of 8,521, including 4,394 males and 4,127 females.
How many households are there in Dantiwas?
There are 1,351 households in Dantiwas.
What is the literacy rate in Dantiwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantiwas is 41.42%. Male literacy is 52.96% and female literacy is 29.13%.